Anybody else

[rossglass]

I've had eczema on my hands and around my mouth for nearly four years now, what has also developed is a serious itch around my pubic area. Starts of like little water blisters then with scratching in my sleep wake up with bloodied nails and a very sore vagina. Also very flaky skin. I've tried almost everything the doctor can think of. Anyone else out there with an itch in there privates

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi

This sounds like an eczema. The one involving the hands may be dishydrotic eczema while that on the groin may be a fungal infection. Perioral dermatitis may refer to the skin condition surrounding the mouth.

Taking oral antihistamines may help alleviate the itchiness. Applying 1% hydrocortisone over the areas may also be able to help. If scaling is present KOH examination of the scales may be able to ascertain if a fungal infection is present. Avoid using any creams or lotions over the face as this may only worsen the condition. Washing the face with a mild cleanser such as Cetaphil may be able to help. Applying mildly potent steroids during intense flare ups may be necessary.

[Dr_Aparna]

Hi,
Apart from nedications you can take some measures to reduce the recurrence rate.
Avoid anything that makes the symptoms worse. This may include food allergens and irritants such as wool and lanolin.
Dry skin often makes the condition worse. When washing or bathing, keep water contact as brief as possible and use less soap than usual. After bathing, it is important to trap the moisture in the skin by applying lubricating cream on the skin while it is damp. Temperature changes and stress may cause sweating and aggravate the condition.
Medicines called topical immunomodulators (TIMs) may be prescribed in some cases. These medications do not contain corticosteroids. TIMs include tacrolimus (Protopic) and pimecrolimus (Elidel). Have you tried them? You can discuss them with your doctor.
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